Lemon Law in Ohio
State-specific overview · General Legal
Manufacturers have three repair attempts or 30 days for the same defect; replacement or refund required if unsuccessful.
How Ohio treats Lemon Law
Ohio's lemon law covers vehicles with defects substantially impairing safety or use within one year or 18,000 miles of purchase. The manufacturer must be given three repair attempts or 30 days, whichever occurs first, to fix the same defect. If the defect persists after these attempts, you may obtain a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase price, with a deduction for reasonable use of the vehicle.
The general definition of Lemon Law
State laws protecting consumers who buy defective vehicles that the manufacturer cannot repair.
Lemon laws are consumer protection statutes that give buyers the right to a refund or replacement if they purchase a new vehicle with serious defects that the manufacturer cannot fix within a reasonable number of attempts. These laws vary by state but generally apply to vehicles still under warranty. If a car qualifies as a lemon, the manufacturer must either replace it or refund the purchase price, minus a small deduction for mileage. Lemon laws protect consumers from being stuck with expensive, unreliable vehicles.
Read the full Lemon Law entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Ohio.